Multiple Conductor Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
7541605 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 16AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	1255
3150850 SAB North America	CABLE 8COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	1146
2590404 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 4AWG GRAY SHLD 1=1FT	3327
77840804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 8AWG GRAY SHLD 1=1FT	11915
7840503 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 22AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	645
7891414 SAB North America	MULT-PAIR 28COND 26AWG GRY 1=1FT	1155
77841625 SAB North America	CABLE 25COND 16AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	2270
32321804 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 18 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	0
7772207 SAB North America	MULT-PAIR 14COND 22AWG BLK 1=1FT	245
7740710 SAB North America	CABLE 7COND 18 AWG GRAY 1=1FT	1020
35691224D SAB North America	VFD 12/4c+16/1pr UL TC-ER, 1000V	444
3150325 SAB North America	CABLE 3COND 24AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	874
32321612 SAB North America	CABLE 12COND 16 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	2802
3450234 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 4COND 22AWG GRY 1=1FT	588
39550540 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 12 AWG BLACK 1=1FT	1335
8430010 SAB North America	MULTI-PAIR 10COND 18/24AWG 1=1FT	327
3150450 SAB North America	CABLE 4COND 20AWG GRY SHLD 1=1FT	190
7541836 SAB North America	CABLE 36COND 18AWG BLK SHD 1=1FT	1898
2591418 SAB North America	CABLE 18COND 14AWG GRY SHD 1=1FT	1692
95561805 SAB North America	CABLE 5COND 18AWG BLK SHLD 1=1FT	3765

Multiple Conductor Cables

1. Overview

Multiple Conductor Cables (MCC) are composite cable structures containing two or more individually insulated conductors enclosed within a common jacket. These cables enable simultaneous transmission of power, data, and control signals in complex systems. Their modular design optimizes space utilization while maintaining signal integrity, making them essential in industrial automation, telecommunications, and energy distribution systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Control Cables	Low capacitance, high flexibility, 300-1000V rating	PLC systems, factory automation
Power Cables	Large cross-section conductors, thermal-resistant insulation	Machinery power supply, HVAC systems
Data Communication Cables	Twisted pair configurations, 100 impedance	Ethernet networks, fieldbus systems
Signal Cables	Shielded designs, noise suppression	Sensor networks, instrumentation

3. Structure and Composition

Typical construction includes:

Conductors: Annealed copper or aluminum (solid/stranded), 0.14-10mm cross-section
Insulation: PVC, XLPE, or FEP materials with 300% elongation
Shielding: Aluminum-polyester foil (100% coverage) or braided copper (85% coverage)
Jacket: Flame-retardant PVC or LSZH compounds (0.8-3.0mm thickness)

Layered design prevents crosstalk between conductors while maintaining mechanical durability (20N/mm tensile strength).

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical Range	Significance
Conductor Count	2-104 conductors	Determines system integration density
Voltage Rating	300V-2000V	Defines operational safety margin
Temperature Range	-40 C to +125 C	Environmental adaptability
Shielding Effectiveness	60-100dB	EMI protection level
Bending Radius	7.5 OD to 15 OD	Installation flexibility

5. Application Areas

Primary industries utilizing MCC:

Industrial Automation: Robotic arms, CNC machines
Transportation: Rail vehicle control systems
Energy: Wind turbine pitch control systems
Telecommunications: 5G base station interconnects

Case Study: Automotive production lines use 24-conductor control cables to synchronize robotic welding stations with <0.1ms latency.

6. Leading Manufacturers

Manufacturer	Key Products	Specialization
Legrand	Okonite Multi-Conductor	Building automation solutions
Belden	8760 DataTuff	Industrial Ethernet cables
Prysmian Group	Fire resistant Ecos Z	Energy sector applications
Alpha Wire	3279 UltraFlex	High-flex robotics cables

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Current carrying capacity vs. conductor size (I = 3.2 Amm for Cu)
Chemical resistance requirements (oil/grease exposure)
Signal transmission requirements (CAT5e/CAT6 data rate support)
Regulatory compliance (UL/CSA/IEC standards)
Mechanical stress factors (vibration, bending cycles)

Recommend conducting thermal cycling tests (-20 C to +85 C) for critical applications.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Hybrid cables integrating fiber optics and power conductors
Nano-coated conductors for 50% weight reduction
Smart cables with embedded temperature/sensor monitoring
Halogen-free materials meeting IEC 60754-1 standards
Miniaturization trend: 0.08mm micro-conductors in medical cables

Market forecasts indicate 6.2% CAGR through 2030 driven by Industry 4.0 adoption.